Let's Talk About Cogitatio Press

Policy documents on poverty often miss crucial information. Joe Whelan (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland) tells us how hidden perspectives from those experiencing poverty are essential, and offers creative research methods that bridge the gap between official reports and the realities on the ground. The episode shows why policymakers need to listen more attentively to the voices and experiences missing from official plans.

We all want to leave a better world behind, but can we write laws that protect people who are not born yet? Svenja Behrendt (Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law, Germany) explores the legal and ethical challenges of ensuring a just future for future generations.

How is Google shaping the future of journalism? Alfred Hermida (University of British Columbia, Canada) explores Google's Innovation Challenge, which has funded hundreds of journalism projects since 2018. This conversation uncovers a surprising question: Is Google prioritizing profits over groundbreaking journalism?

Many cities are embracing technology for development, but how can residents truly have a say? Aline Suter (University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, Switzerland) explores Decidim, a platform designed to empower citizens and foster collaboration in shaping their urban spaces. We look at how Decidim works and its potential to transform city planning.

Is the online job market leaving some behind? We chat with Stefano De Marco (University of Salamanca, Spain) about the growing importance of digital skills and how unequal access can disadvantage certain groups.

The EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility offers financial help to member states but with a green twist: countries must prioritize clean energy and other eco-friendly goals to access funds. We asked Matilde Ceron (European University Institute, Italy) if this could be a new era of cooperation for the EU, boosting both economies and the environment.